Joshua Burd
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Joshua Burd, an award-winning reporter and editor, has been covering New Jersey commercial real estate for 13 years. Many industry leaders view him as the go-to real estate reporter in the state, a role he is eager to continue as the editor of Real Estate NJ. He is a lifelong New Jersey resident who has spent a decade covering the great Garden State.

Avison Young: Financial services firm takes 11,000 sq. ft. for new Livingston headquarters

A financial services firm has signed a new lease for more than 11,000 square feet of office space in Livingston, in a recent transaction announced by Avison Young.

DIGroup earns preservation award for Camden, Trenton high school projects

A nonprofit focused on historic preservation has recognized DIGroup Architecture of New Brunswick in connection with projects at high schools in Camden and Trenton.

Starbucks opens at new mixed-use Belleville property by Tulfra, Hampshire

A new Starbucks has opened its doors in Belleville as the latest piece of an ongoing mixed-use development by Tulfra Real Estate and The Hampshire Cos.

Defending against the rise of cyberattacks in real estate

The real estate industry has become a growing target for cyberattacks. Real estate transactions require valuable and sensitive information, including personal and financial details for buyers, sellers and real estate organizations.

Navigating a challenging market with Meridian’s Russ Drebin

Up until the last few months, this year was great. Rates were relatively low, and I was proactively advising clients to take advantage of the market while it was tame. However, since the market has taken a turn, it has been even more important to advise clients in a way that is transparent and focused on their specific goals. Knowing your client and knowing what their goals are will allow you to help them during a time when the market is great, and conversely at times when the market is not so great.

DMR Architects: Why we stay

Many of DMR Architects’ professionals have been with the firm for 20 years or more, thanks in large part to its focus on mentorship, corporate culture and the freedom to explore new areas and new technology.

Kushner makes unsolicited bid to buy Veris Residential, citing ‘appreciably damaged’ value

Kushner Cos. has made a bid to acquire Veris Residential Inc. after purportedly being rebuffed in its offer to manage the real estate investment trust’s portfolio of luxury apartments.

Finite resources demand a new approach to investment decisions

Ten years ago, Superstorm Sandy slammed into New Jersey, killing 38 people, devastating coastal areas, inflicting billions of dollars in damage and causing power outages for millions of residents and businesses for weeks. For many, it was a turning point that changed the way they invested and did business. Given today’s accelerating pace of life-altering disruptions — the pandemic, inflation, Russia’s invasion of Ukraine, extreme weather events — I believe New Jerseyans are ready to modify their behavior to reduce their risk and financial exposure to the adverse impacts from climate change.

Marcus & Millichap: Tech platform aims to create new opportunities for CRE buyers

A new technology platform by Marcus & Millichap is primed to draw additional investors to New Jersey’s commercial real estate market, while helping locally based owners find opportunities beyond the Garden State.

Cronheim sources permanent loan for 104-unit Vineland apartment property

Cronheim Mortgage has secured $4.1 million in permanent financing for a 104-unit garden-style apartment community in Vineland, the Chatham-based firm announced.